Flora Fermentation Releases 'Raven', a New West Coast IPA
Flora Fermentation in Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, has released its new 'Raven.' This 7.5% beer features the vivid citrus aroma, resinous character, and firm bitterness typical of a West Coast IPA, and cans are being announced for shipment to select stores in the April 13 lot.
Hop BroToday we're talking about Flora Fermentation's new release, Raven is out. It's a beer from the brewery in Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, and it's a crisp West Coast IPA.
MugiWhoa! Raven sounds cool! But West Coast IPA kind of gives me this sudden "West Coast breeze" image, right?
Hop BroThat's actually pretty spot on. This one centers on citrus aroma and resinous character, with grapefruit- and pine-like notes layered with a grassy touch.
MugiResinous character? What is that! And grassy aroma? Doesn't that make beer feel like you're doing yard work?
Hop BroThat's the fun of West Coast IPA. The hops include Cascade Deep Cut CGX NUVO, plus Citra and Chinook, which really punch up the aroma.
MugiWow, it sounds strong just from the names! But IBU 41 - if the number is high, does that mean bitter? How much should I brace myself?
Hop BroIBU is a rough measure of bitterness, and this one has firm bitterness, but the body is light so it doesn't feel heavy. And at 7.5%, it still has plenty of heft.
MugiSo it's bitter, but still easy-drinking! And with a light body, that's dangerous - the kind where you suddenly realize you've already opened a second one!
Hop BroOn top of that, the big point this time is that it uses cryo-processed powder. It's a lupulin concentrate powder that captures the aroma of fresh hops, so the scent is really dense.
MugiCryo-processed powder sounds super science-lab! Capturing the aroma makes it feel like the beer world's time capsule.
Hop BroExactly. It really feels like Flora Fermentation, with its motto of one beer made from agriculture and fermentation, showing off the character of the land and the hops.
MugiAnd it's in the April 13 shipment too! I'm tempted to find a store with stock and toast with Raven today!
Hop BroGood plan. It'll be at liquor shops and beer bars nationwide, so once you find it, grab it right away. I'm already wanting to drink it myself.
MugiYeah, today I just want to cheers with something crisp! I want to get hit with that grapefruit and pine aroma as soon as possible!
New Release 'Raven'
Flora Fermentation of Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, has released a new West Coast IPA called 'Raven.' It has an ABV of 7.5% and an IBU of 41. The malt bill uses Pale Ale Malt and Wheat Malt White, and the hops combine Cascade Deep Cut CGX NUVO with Citra, Centennial, Cascade, and Chinook, brewed as Batch No. 76.
The key point of this beer is that it uses cryo-processed lupulin concentrate powder that locks in the aroma of fresh hops. The caption explains that the grapefruit and pine impression from generous use of C-hop varieties is layered with aromas reminiscent of resin and grass. With firm bitterness and a light body, it is designed to drink crisply and smoothly.
Flora Fermentation is a brewery that champions "the finest beer woven from agriculture and fermentation." In Higashiomi, it continues to produce distinctive releases while connecting local farming with beer making. This 'Raven' is another beer that clearly reflects that stance.
In the sales notice, Raven cans are listed as shipments through April 13 for distribution to select stores, and will be stocked at liquor shops and beer bars nationwide from Hokkaido to Oita. If you're interested, you'll want to check stock with individual stores while searching.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday we're talking about Flora Fermentation's new release, Raven is out. It's a beer from the brewery in Higashiomi, Shiga Prefecture, and it's a crisp West Coast IPA.
MugiWhoa! Raven sounds cool! But West Coast IPA kind of gives me this sudden "West Coast breeze" image, right?
Hop BroThat's actually pretty spot on. This one centers on citrus aroma and resinous character, with grapefruit- and pine-like notes layered with a grassy touch.
MugiResinous character? What is that! And grassy aroma? Doesn't that make beer feel like you're doing yard work?
Hop BroThat's the fun of West Coast IPA. The hops include Cascade Deep Cut CGX NUVO, plus Citra and Chinook, which really punch up the aroma.
MugiWow, it sounds strong just from the names! But IBU 41 - if the number is high, does that mean bitter? How much should I brace myself?
Hop BroIBU is a rough measure of bitterness, and this one has firm bitterness, but the body is light so it doesn't feel heavy. And at 7.5%, it still has plenty of heft.
MugiSo it's bitter, but still easy-drinking! And with a light body, that's dangerous - the kind where you suddenly realize you've already opened a second one!
Hop BroOn top of that, the big point this time is that it uses cryo-processed powder. It's a lupulin concentrate powder that captures the aroma of fresh hops, so the scent is really dense.
MugiCryo-processed powder sounds super science-lab! Capturing the aroma makes it feel like the beer world's time capsule.
Hop BroExactly. It really feels like Flora Fermentation, with its motto of one beer made from agriculture and fermentation, showing off the character of the land and the hops.
MugiAnd it's in the April 13 shipment too! I'm tempted to find a store with stock and toast with Raven today!
Hop BroGood plan. It'll be at liquor shops and beer bars nationwide, so once you find it, grab it right away. I'm already wanting to drink it myself.
MugiYeah, today I just want to cheers with something crisp! I want to get hit with that grapefruit and pine aroma as soon as possible!
